Head of Private Clients - Owner Managed Businesses

Agricultural and Farming Jobs; Bedford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm in the UK seeks a Head of Private Clients to lead and build a team supporting the farming community. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 5-10 years of experience in private client law, particularly in wills and probate. This role offers the chance to both manage personal cases and develop a high-performing team focused on delivering tailored legal services for rural enterprises.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 - 10 years Post Qualification Experience in private client law.
• Current practising rights in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Head up and build a team supporting the farming community.
• Manage own caseload while leading a team of legal professionals.
• Drive client strategy tailored to rural enterprises.

Skills

Client service delivery

Team leadership

Knowledge of wills and probate

Strategic development

Education

Solicitor qualification or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Job Description

Head of Private Clients - Owner Managed Businesses (Farming)

Vacancy Ref : 53080 DM

• This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

Are you an experienced private client leader who knows how to deliver exceptional client service at scale?

Are you fully qualified Solicitor or a Chartered Legal Executive with current practising rights in the UK?

Do you have a minimum of 5 - 10 years Post Qualification Experience specially in private client law?

Company

An established and growing law firm supporting the farming community.

About the Role :

This is a unique opportunity to head up and build a team supporting the established farming community providing bespoke wealth management and business advisory services.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Solicitor with a thorough understanding of wills, probate, estate administration, and powers of attorney. You will have the chance to not only manage your own caseload but also build and lead a team of legal professionals. As a key leader, you'll drive client strategy, develop a high‑performing team, and ensure the delivery of exceptional service tailored to the unique needs of rural enterprises.

As Head of Private Client, you will :

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